Seeking to mitigate pollution by encouraging people to use cycles over cars and make Delhi walking-friendly, a dedicated track for cycling and walking would be built in Delhi over the next four years, officials said on Sunday.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is slated to lay the foundation of the 'Delhi Cycle Walk' project at Tughlaqabad in south Delhi on Monday, the officials said.
According to a Delhi Development Authority (DDA) official, the project seeks to make the city most walkable and environment-friendly and its total cost is Rs 550 crore. It is likely to be completed in four years.
"While the whole network over the years shall exceed 200 km, in phase one it will be 36 km," the DDA said in a statement. "There are three lines chosen for fast and quick adaption. Also, these areas have abundant forests, dense residential areas and workplaces in close proximity."
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